Barcelona vs Olympiacos preview, prediction, team news and head-to-head

Playing against Barcelona at the Lluís Companys Olympic Stadium is a very big test for the Greek champions. A win away will improve their standing on the table, as they only have one point so far.

In this Barcelona vs Olympiacos preview, you will know if Olympiacos has what it takes to win the Spanish champions.

This match is a clash of two league champions. Barcelona will come into this fixture with a rekindled spirit to win. Thanks to Ronald Araujo's late goal, Barcelona were able to secure a dramatic 2-1 win over Girona on Saturday.

Pedri’s early opener was canceled by Axel Witsel before Araujo sealed everything up for Barca with a great finish. The win was important for Hansi Flick's side because of the two successive losses they had suffered.

With a win against New Castle and a loss against reigning champions PSG, the home team sits 16th on the UCL table. The fans will expect nothing short of a win when they host the champions of Greece.

Meanwhile, Olympiacos travels to Barcelona as the underdog. Although fans may not expect much from the visitors, we believe their 2-0 domestic win will boost their confidence in this fixture.

Winning this fixture, even though it looks almost impossible, is crucial for Jose Mendilibar’s men if they want to keep their hopes alive in this competition.

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The two clubs have only met twice in the Champions League, and as expected, Barcelona has the better results. The first leg ended in a goalless draw, before Barcelona won the second leg by 3 goals to 1.

It's important to note that the Spanish champions have a superior head-to-head record against Greek opponents.

Hansi Flick has a couple of injury crises to worry about. The home team will be without important players such as striker Robert Lewandowski and Goalkeeper Joan García. Dani Olmo and Gavi are other players who will not play.

The Barcelona boss also has doubts about whether  Raphinha and Ferran Torres can make the squad, as he still has eyes on the El Clásico, which is around the corner.

Rashford will lead the attack, and Yamal may start the match, pending any sudden change by Hansi Flick. 

The Greek visitors also have their fair share of injury worries. While Gabriel Strefezza and Rodinei are confirmed to be out of the squad, Mehdi Taremi and Panagiotis Retsos are also in doubt due to fitness.

Olympiacos will be without the injured full-back Rodinei and winger Gabriel Strefezza. Midfielder Yusuf Yazici and defender Ruben Vezo are among several players ineligible for the Champions League squad. Panagiotis Retsos and Mehdi Taremi face late fitness tests.

Barcelona (4-3-3): Szczesny; Kounde, Cubarsi, Araujo, Gerard Martin; Garcia, De Jong, Casado; Fermin, Yamal, Rashford

Olympiacos (4-2-3-1): Tzolakis; Costinha, Retsos, Pirola, Ortega; Hezze, Dani Garcia; Gelson Martins, Podence, Chiquinho; El Kaabi

Barcelona will have a comfortable victory at home, despite contending with a couple of injuries. Hansi Flick's side will hold possession and press their Greek opponents. While betting on LiveScore Bet, know that winning is crucial for Barcelona as the team knows it can not drop points. 

Prediction: Barcelona 3-1 Olympiacos

• Barcelona to win 

• Over 3.5

• Yamal to assist